School Holidays United Arab Emirates 2026/2027
3 terms; MOE-regulated schedule for public and private schools. 5 holiday periods.
Key Facts
- Next break: Summer Holiday (3 Jul 2026 – 28 Aug 2026)
- 1 calendar
- Longest break: Summer Holiday (57 days)
- Academic year: 2026/2027
UAE school holidays follow the Ministry of Education calendar. Private schools may have slightly different dates but generally align. The academic year runs September to June/July.
All Schools (MOE Calendar)
| Holiday | Start | End | days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter Break | 15 Dec 2025 | 2 Jan 2026 | 19 |
| Spring Break | 29 Mar 2026 | 9 Apr 2026 | 12 |
| Eid al-Fitr Break | 20 Mar 2026 | 23 Mar 2026 | 4 |
| Eid al-Adha Break | 27 May 2026 | 31 May 2026 | 5 |
| Summer Holiday | 3 Jul 2026 | 28 Aug 2026 | 57 |
See all public holidays: United Arab Emirates Public Holidays 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- When are school holidays in United Arab Emirates 2026?
- United Arab Emirates has 5 school holiday periods in the 2026/2027 academic year. 3 terms; MOE-regulated schedule for public and private schools.
- What is the next school holiday in United Arab Emirates?
- The next school break is Summer Holiday, from 3 Jul 2026 to 28 Aug 2026 (57 days).
- When does summer holiday start in United Arab Emirates?
- Summer holidays in United Arab Emirates (All Schools (MOE Calendar)) run from 3 Jul 2026 to 28 Aug 2026 (57 days).